Bush foods workshop is planned

A Bush Foods Workshop will be held at Umina Library on Wednesday, September 24.

Gosford Council bushcare officer Ms Kate Consterdine said the workshop was sure to be an interesting day to learn how native plants could be used as bush foods.

She said there was a "cornucopia" of Australian bush foods - fruits, nuts, vegetables and spices.

"While not quite what we are accustomed to, these fruits - plums, limes, bush cherries, grapes, passionfruit, figs, tomatoes, tamarinds and pomegranates - will make some delicious jams and desserts.

"Fruits and seeds can be dried to make spices, whose flavours enhance your favourite dish.

"Oils and fragrances can be produced for medicines and perfumes."

The workshop will begin at 10am to 2.30pm and lunch will be provided.

Participants are advised to bring a hat, sunscreen and water.

Umina Library is located at the corner of West St and Bullion St, Umina.

Bookings are essential and can be made by phoning 4304 4564 or 0434 329 829.

Press release, 12 Sep 2008 Kate Consterdine, Gosford Council